Dr. Chase Ludwig

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chase Ludwig is a vitreoretinal surgeon and clinician-scientist specializing in improving outcomes for patients with high pathologic myopia. His work integrates surgical expertise with artificial intelligence and large-scale clinical data to develop practical tools that predict risk, guide treatment, and prevent myopia-related vision loss. Dr. Ludwig's research focuses on translating data-driven insights into surgical preventive strategies for retinal detachment, myopic traction maculopathy, and myopic macular degeneration. By combining multimodal imaging with real-world data and computational modeling, his lab aims to understand disease mechanisms and design interventions applicable to clinical practice. Dr. Ludwig specializes in managing complex vitreoretinal diseases, particularly those related to high myopia and traumatic conditions. He is committed to patient-centered care and surgical education, mentoring future vitreoretinal surgeons while advancing practical innovations in myopia management. His clinical focus includes tackling the global burden of myopic retinal disease, emphasizing collaboration and data-driven decision-making.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine • Palo Alto, CA

Vitreoretinal Surgeon with a focus on clinical and research excellence, mentoring, and improving patient care in myopia management.

Awards

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K23 NEI Career Development Award

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Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation Award

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.